By Twink Jones Gadama
In a move that’s sending shockwaves throughout Malawi’s political music scene, the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) Sendera Sisters are set to launch their highly anticipated album, “Abetcha Lawyer,” on December 29 at COMESA Hall in Blantyre.
This electrifying event promises to be a milestone in Malawi’s music history, with senior DPP party officials and music enthusiasts alike descending upon the venue to witness the unveiling of the Sisters’ latest masterpiece.
The Sendera Sisters have been making waves in Malawi’s music scene with their unique blend of political songwriting and captivating melodies. Their music has resonated deeply with the Malawian people, shaking the foundations of the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government.
As one MCP official, who is also a senior government minister speaking on condition of strict anonymity, candidly admitted, “We try in our MCP party but we can’t match DPP Sendera Sisters. They are blessed”. Another MCP member of Parliament echoed this sentiment, calling them the “Queens of political music” and acknowledging that their music has been a thorn in the MCP’s side.
The album’s title track, “Abetcha Lawyer,” is expected to be a crowd-pleaser, with insiders hinting at its potential to further disturb the MCP government.
But it’s not the only song that’s causing a stir. “Tikuwasaka,” another piece on the album, has already disturbed the ruling party, leaving them scrambling to respond.
Despite the MCP’s attempts to weaken them, the Sendera Sisters have continued to compose and perform, their message resonating deeply with the Malawian people.
As one MCP MP confessed, “We managed to grab their vocalist of a Bingu Sendera thinking that we will weaken them, but to no avail. And nothing is happening in our women despite having taken their leader”.
The launch of “Abetcha Lawyer” promises to be a spectacular event, with fans and supporters eagerly anticipating the Sisters’ performance. Will the album’s provocative lyrics and catchy melodies shake the foundations of the MCP government even further? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the Sendera Sisters are about to take Malawi’s music scene by storm.
The Sendera Sisters’ rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric.
Their unique blend of political songwriting and captivating melodies has resonated deeply with the Malawian people.
As Burnett Munthali notes, “The Sendera Sisters, known for their influential role in Malawi’s music scene, are leveraging their popularity to contribute to the party’s campaign strategy”.
The release of “Abetcha Lawyer” underscores the growing intersection of culture and politics in Malawi, where music is increasingly used as a tool for political mobilization.
The DPP’s choice to enlist the Sendera Sisters for this purpose reflects a broader trend of incorporating cultural elements into political campaigns to enhance outreach and resonate with a wider audience.
The Sendera Sisters’ album, “Abetcha Lawyer,” promises to be a game-changer, with its heart-soothing rhythms and provocative lyrics set to disturb the MCP government even further. The launch of the album is expected to be a spectacular event, with fans and supporters eagerly anticipating the Sisters’ performance.
As the countdown begins, excitement is building, and music enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to experience the Sendera Sisters’ unique sound live.
The Sendera Sisters are poised to make a lasting impact on Malawi’s music landscape.
Their music has already left an indelible mark on Malawi’s political landscape, and their upcoming album promises to be a milestone in Malawi’s music history.
